The average train between South Ferry (Station) and City Island takes 1h 2m and the fastest train takes 53 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from South Ferry (Station) to City Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 10 minutes between South Ferry (Station) and City Island. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from South Ferry (Station) is at 11:58 PM which arrives into City Island at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Bowling Green and take an average of 1h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from South Ferry (Station) to City Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from South Ferry (Station) to City Island. However, there are services departing from South Ferry (Station) station and arriving at City Island station via 125th Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.
South Ferry (Station) to City Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from Bowling Green station.
South Ferry (Station) to City Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Pelham Bay Park station.
The distance between South Ferry (Station) and City Island is 25 km. The road distance is 26 km.
You can take a vehicle from South Ferry (Station) to Pelham Bay Park via Bowling Green and 125th Street in around 1h 3m.